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Honda CR-V Smart Scape

Main Features

New direct clutch control 4-speed automatic transmission.
High response Realtime dual pump 4WD system.
ABS, dual SRS airbag system and child seat anchoring seat belt are standard throughout the series.
Body-colored rear license garnish.
Re-designed seat material.
Interior light-synchronized keyless entry system.
All round UV-cut glass.
Passenger-side seat pocket and large vanity mirror.
Navigation system with newly added interconnection to the VICS road information system (optional receiver) is included in the "N" package.
Revised "L" package including 20W x 4 high power audio¹, tinted glass and other items (standard on Smart scape, factory-installed maker option on standard and Active scape models).

1. 12.5W x 4 speakers are fitted when "L" and "N" packages are combined.

CR-V Smart scape Features
Special CR-V version with enhanced exterior and interior design features.

Exterior

tinted glass.
Metallic finish exhaust pipe finisher.
Two-tone colored bumper, body-colored hard-type spare tire cover.
Body-colored door handles, door mirrors, and side protectors.

Interior

Wood center panel and colored meters (purple).
New seat and door lining material (jacquard moquette).
Leather steering wheel and shift knob.
Large open-style headrests.

"L" package standard

CR-V Active scape Features
Driver-oriented sporty version

New engine and transmission

Powerful 2.0-liter DOHC engine (145PS/6,200rpm, 18.2kgm/5,200rpm).
5-speed floor-shift manual transmission.
Enlarged front disk brakes.

Exterior design

Specific 5-stud steel wheels (optional specific alloy wheels available).
Soft-type spare wheel cover.
Metallic finish exhaust pipe finisher.

Interior design

Specific soft weave seat material.
Yellow-colored meters.
Leather steering wheel and shift knob.
Large open-style headrests.

Major options:

"L" package*

"N" package**

Alloy wheels

Electric glass sunroof

Sports grille

Notes:	*	"L" package is composed of AM/FM full logic radio cassette deck with built-in CD changer control + 4 speakers (20W x 4), body-colored powered retractable door mirrors, driver seat manual height adjuster, and tinted glass.

	*	"N" package is composed of VICS compatible Honda Navigation System, AM/FM full logic radio cassette deck with built-in CD changer control + 4 speakers (12.5W x 4)

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. introduced today its new Odyssey Prestige powered by a new 3.0-liter V6 VTEC engine to combine comfort and noise levels on a par with high class sedans. This new Odyssey Prestige will be made available through Honda's Primo, Verno and Clio dealer networks nationwide starting October 2, 1997.

The Odyssey Prestige is powered by a new 3.0-liter V6 VTEC engine to offer sedan-like performance and ride quality while achieving class-leading quietness. A new front appearance and a leather interior (seat and shift knob) option on the 6-passenger VZ grade help distinguish this new model. A strong body offering omni-directional safety is combined with dual SRS airbags and a new brake system featuring ABS (anti-lock brake system) and EBD (electronic brake force distribution) functions to offer world-class safety.

Main Features

Light and compact new 3.0-liter V6 VTEC engine featuring air-assist injection system and revised EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) for lowered NOx and CO emissions meeting the "TMG LEV" standards set by the Tokyo metropolitan region's seven local governments, the three prefectures of Kanagawa, Chiba, and Saitama, and the three cities of Yokohama, Kawasaki, and Chiba.

•	Maximum power:	200 PS at 5,500 rpm.
•	Maximum torque:	27.0 kgm at 4,700 rpm.
•	Fuel consumption:	8.8 km/l (10.15 mode)

New direct clutch control 4-speed automatic transmission for improved actual fuel consumption.

New ABS system with EBD (electronic brake force distribution) to control front/rear brake pressure distribution according to front/rear weight balance improves both braking stability and performance.

Omni-directional protection provided by a strong body, a large straight-type frame and front/rear crushable zones.

Exterior design

New front grille.
Integrated roof garnish.
All-round chromed side protector.
Front windshield with half shade.
Specific license plate garnish and emblem.
Clear lens-type rear combination lamp.
Body-colored tail gate spoiler.
New mesh-type alloy wheels ( on VZ).
Body stripes (on VZ).
Body-colored side seal (on VZ).

Interior Design

Wood panels (center and radio panels, front/rear pull pockets (VZ only) and rear cup-holders(VZ only)).
Leather seats and leather shift knob (option on 6-passenger VZ only).
New meter-cluster including tachometer, exterior temperature functions.
Separate left/right front cup-holders.
Full-flat front seat arrangement (excluding driver seat on VZ).
Adjustable front seat armrest (first/second row seats for 6-passenger VZ).
8-way driver power seat (slide, reclining, front/rear height adjustable driver power seat standard on VZ).
Specific jacquard moquette seat material.
Second row seatbelts with child seat locking mechanism.
Second row seat map lamp (excluding VZ with sunshine roof/front electric sunroof set option).
Interior lamp-synchronized keyless entry system.
Central horn-type steering wheel.

New Honda Navigation System as a factory installed maker option:

6-inch wide display with twin-map function
Two-way "Inter Navi System"*.
VICS road information system interconnection (optional receiver).
Pre-setting of up to 5 check points on the way to destination.
"Highway Guide" function
"Landmark Display" function

* The Inter Navi System is a two-way navigation system capable of exchanging information with the outside via the Internet and direct connection with home-use personal computers. The system can also connect with cellular telephones via a specific adapter. The "Inter Navi Information Center" will start providing information in Inter Navi extended format starting January 1998. For safety reasons, operation while on the move is intentionally restricted. "Inter Navi System" is a brand name owned by Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Major options:

Sunshine roof + front electric sunroof set

Corner sensors + back sonar set

New Honda Navigation System

Cayman White body color

Honda Legend Euro Exclusive

Starting October 17, 1997

Main New Standard Features

Traction Control System (TCS).
Automatic light control and leather steering wheel.
16-inch wheels and tires.

New "Euro Exclusive" Features

215/55R16 with specific alloy wheel design.
Tuned suspension.
Driver seat with position memory.
Real wood dashboard inserts.
Side step garnish in aluminum.
6-disc CD changer etc.

Option Highlights: Honda Navigation System Leather Interior Pure Sound System Electric Glass Sunroof Cayman White Pearl

Honda EV Plus

Starting September 19, 1997

Honda EV Plus Main Characteristics

All-new body specifically developed for Electric Vehicle purposes
Body meeting US and Japanese safety standards
Practical 3-door hatchback design
High-performance, long-life Nickel Metal Hydride batteries
Management system optimizing motor functions and providing information on remaining driving range according to driving conditions and battery charge.
Low consumption electrical equipment
Projector-type HID headlights
Heat pump-type fully automated air conditioner
New high-efficiency brushless DC motor (96 % maximum efficiency)

Major Specifications:

Overall length	4,045 mm
Overall width	1,750 mm
Overall height	1,630 mm
Dry weight	1,620 kg
Drive range per charge	210 km (10.15 mode) 350 km (at steady 40 km/h)
Maximum speed	Over 130 km/h

Major Equipment:

Regenerative brake system
Dual SRS airbag system
ABS etc.

Honda S-MX LOWDOWN White Stream

Starting September 19, 1997

Main Features:

Standard 3-channel digital ABS, direct-clamp 3-point ELR front seat belts with tension reliever, and rear seat with child-seat anchor.
Standard low fuel warning lamp on all 2WD and LOWDOWN versions.
Interior lamp-synchronized keyless entry system (standard on LOWDOWN and included in the factory installed S-package for 2WD/4WD versions).
New LOWDOWN-based "White Stream" version in Taffeta White with body-colored bumpers, door mirrors, door handles and washer nozzles.